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Linn Klimax DSM (pre-2021) Organik Upgrade
Linn Klimax DSM (pre-2021) Organik Upgrade
Linn Klimax DSM (pre-2021) Organik Upgrade
Next-generation Klimax DSM is Linn's flagship network music player and preamplifier. Extreme engineering houses the all-Linn Organik DAC in a precision-machined solid-aluminium enclosure for unprecedented performance from any sound source.
Available as Audio (music sources) or AV (adds HDMI for movies). Streams up to 24-bit/384 kHz with DSD256; Utopik power supply; Exakt Links; Space Optimisation built-in.
This configuration: Linn Klimax DSM (pre-2021) Organik Upgrade
Key features & technologies
- Organik DAC
- Linn's in-house DAC combining FPGA processing with a discrete conversion stage for the most natural digital sound.
- Utopik power supply
- Linn's efficient, highly responsive precision-regulated power supply generation.
- Exakt
- Time-aligns every part of every note — including harmonics — so you hear what was recorded.
- Space Optimisation
- Removes unwanted room distortion (configured by a Linn Specialist). Space Optimisation+ on Exakt systems.
- Connectivity
- Ethernet + optical SFP, Wi‑Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-B, Toslink, SPDIF, XLR/RCA analogue; AV adds HDMI 2.0 with eARC.
- Construction
- Machined from solid aluminium; Silver or Black anodised.
What's in the box / supplied
- Klimax DSM unit
- Power cable
- Documentation (contents vary by region)
Specifications
| Type | Network music player and integrated pre-amplifier |
|---|---|
| Audio formats | FLAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, DSD (64/128/256), MP3, WMA (except lossless), AIFF, AAC, OGG |
| Resolution | Up to 24-bit/384 kHz |
| Integrated services | Qobuz, TIDAL, Amazon Music, Deezer HiFi, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, Presto Music, airable, TuneIn, Calm Radio |
| Power supply | Utopik |
| HDMI (AV only) | HDMI 2.0 — 4K@60 Hz, 4:4:4, HDCP 2.2, HDR, ARC, eARC, CEC, 18 Gbps |
| Ethernet | ×1 copper + ×1 optical (SFP) |
| Exakt Link | ×2 |
| Wi‑Fi | 802.11ac |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| Inputs (summary) | AV: HDMI ×4 + eARC; Toslink ×1; SPDIF ×2 (1 configurable as output); USB-B ×1; XLR ×1; RCA ×2 pairs |
| Outputs | XLR ×1 pair; RCA ×1 pair; RCA phono ×1 pair; SPDIF (configurable); HDMI 2.0 (AV) |
| Dimensions | 350 × 126 × 350 mm |
| Weight | 16.4 kg |
| Finishes | Silver or Black anodised |
Ideal room / use
Reference two-channel or AV systems in dedicated and living rooms; Space Optimisation tailored on-site.
Pairing suggestions
- Klimax System Hub + 360 / 343 Exakt speakers
- Klimax Solo 800 / Solo amplifiers
- Klimax LP12 via Exakt / Urika II
- Surround upgrade on AV variant
Official resources
Klimax DSM product page · Klimax DSM/3 Organik specs (LinnDocs)
Facts from Linn official pages and LinnDocs. Linn may amend specifications. E&OE. Specifying and installation by The Sound Store (Auckland) — home trial / on-site consult by arrangement.
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